MCHB is running an English for Employment Program for clients with barriers to finding meaningful work in Canada. This program is aimed at newcomers who are residents, citizens, or refugees with positive notice of decision letter, whose language level is at CLB 3. We train clients to acquire the essential skills necessary to work in the hospitality industry, and as such, we have partnered with The Westin Hotel Edmonton to provide an immersive environment of the workplace in this industry. Clients will be trained to work as kitchen helpers, housekeepers, dishwashers and banquet servers, and holistic supports will be available for up to one year after the program ends. For more information about the program or the kind of supports we provide, please call Fransiska Awasis at 780-886-0775 or email at fransiska@mchb.org
PROGRAM: English language skills, workplace culture, digital literacy, job search, support with resume and cover letter writing, interview skills, and work experience in the hospitality industry.
DELIVERY: In-Person classes from Monday to Friday from 9:00 – 2:30
LOCATION: MCHB Office at 9538 107 Ave and at the Westin Hotel
DURATION: Full time 16 weeks, from January 6 to April 25, 2025
- A laptop will be provided to use for the duration of the program
- Bus pass/bus tickets will be provided to eligible participants (through Leisure Access Pass)
Eligibility Criteria
- Permanent Residents (PR), Canadian Citizens and Refugees with positive Notice of Decision Letter.
- Minimum Canadian Language Bench level 3 in listening and speaking. Literacy learners are welcome!
- Motivated to finish the program and willing to work in the hospitality industry.
Who to contact for more information:
Judy Sillito – 780-915-0671
Fransiska Awasis – 780-886-0775
Email: fransiska@mchb.org
